8-358EBU25100Lubricating the steering shaftThe steering shaft must be lubricated at the inter-vals specified in the periodic maintenance and lu-brication chart.EBU25222BatteryThis model is equipped with a sealed-type (MF)battery, which does not require any maintenance.There is no need to check the electrolyte or to adddistilled water. Check and, if necessary, tighten thebattery lead connections.CAUTION:ECB00620Never attempt to remove the battery cell seals,as this would permanently damage the battery.WARNINGEWB02160Battery electrolyte is poisonous and danger-ous, as it contains sulfuric acid, which cancause severe burns. Avoid contact with skin,eyes or clothing. Always shield your eyeswhen working near batteries.Antidote:EXTERNAL: Flush with water.INTERNAL: Drink large quantities of water ormilk. Follow with milk of magnesia, beaten eggor vegetable oil. Call a physician immediately.EYES: Flush with water for 15 minutes and getprompt medical attention.Batteries produce explosive gases. Keepsparks, flame, cigarettes or other sources of ig-nition away. Ventilate when charging or usingin an enclosed space.KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.To charge the batteryHave a Yamaha dealer charge the battery as soonas possible if it seems to have discharged. Keep inmind that the battery tends to discharge morequickly if the ATV is equipped with optional electri-cal accessories.Recommended lubricant:Lithium-soap-based grease